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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Model Numbers/ Nos. de Modelos RM1720W / RM1722PS
REFRIGERATOR
(REFRIGERADOR)
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
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Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications
without notice.
Avanti Products, A Division of the Mackle Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 520
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Refrigerator Safety 4 Important Safeguides 5 Help Us Help You 6 Parts and Features 7 Important Safety Instructions 8 Installation Instructions 8 Before Using Your Appliance 8 Installation of Your Appliance 8 Electrical Connection 9 Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance 9 Operating Your Appliance 10 Temperature Control 10 The Chiller Compartment 10 Care and Maintenance 10 Defrosting Your Appliance 10 Cleaning Yo
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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual for your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the words ” DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES Before the refrigerator is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the refrigerator, follow basic precaution, including the following: • Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do not use an extension cord. • It is recommended that a sep
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HELP US HELP YOU... Read this guide carefully. Write down the model and serial numbers. It is intended to help you operate and maintain You'll find them on a plate located on the rear your new unit properly. outside wall of the unit. Keep it handy to answer your questions. Please write these numbers here: If you don't understand something or you need more assistance, please call: ____________________________________ Date of Purchase Avanti Customer Service 800-220-
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PARTS & FEATURES 1. Chiller Compartment 2. Temperature Control 3. Wire Shelf (Total 1) 4. Drip Tray 5. Leveling Leg 6. Door Bin 7. 2-Liter Bottle Storage Bin • This unit is designed for Free-Standing installation only, see page 8 for installation instructions. 7
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your appliance, follow WARNING these basic precautions: • Read all instructions before using the refrigerator. • DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous. . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.” • Before you throw away your old refrigerato
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Electrical Connection Warning Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Avanti Products service center. This unit should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this unit is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock. Do not under any circumstances cut
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OPERATING YOUR UNIT Setting the Temperature Control • Your unit has only one control for regulating the temperature in the compartment. The temperature control is located on the upper right hand side of the compartment. • The first time you turn the unit on, set the temperature control to “6”. • The range of the temperature control is from position "OFF” to “6”. After 24 to 48 hours, adjust the temperature control to the setting that best suites your needs. The setting of “4” shou
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Cleaning Your Unit • Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the unit, and remove the food, shelf, and tray. • Wash the inside surfaces with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water. • Wash the shelf and tray with a mild detergent solution. • The outside of the unit should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water. • Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth before cleaning the area of the control
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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR ? You can solve many common unit problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Unit does not operate. Not plugged in. The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse. The unit temperature control is set at “OFF” position. Turns on and off frequently. The room temperature is hotter than normal. A lar
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SERVICE FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service technicians that provide service on your Avanti refrigerators. With the purchase of your Avanti unit, you can be confident that if you ever need additional information or assistance, the Avanti Products Customer Service team will be here for you. Just call us toll-free. AVANTI PRODUCTS CUSTOMER SERVICES Product Information Whatever your questions are about our produ
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Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of YOUR Avanti Products WARRANTY original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED LIMITED ONE-YEAR LIMITED SECOND THROUGH WARRANTY FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY For one year from the date of For the second through the fifth year from date purchase by the original owner, Avanti of original purchase, Avanti Products will Products will, at its option, repair or provide a replacement compressor free of replace a
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INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL INSTALACION Retire los accesorios de empaque (plásticos protectores, cartón y tiras engomadas). Limpie el exterior con un trapo suave y seco, y el interior con un trapo húmedo y tibio. UBICACION 1. Seleccione un lugar con un piso firme y nivelado. 2. Su refrigerador requiere ventilación. Deje un espacio mínimo de 5” hacia arriba y espacio suficiente en el respaldo para permitir la circulación de aire. 3. Evite luz directa del sol o calor. La luz directa del
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ADVERTENCIA IMPORTANTE: Un refrigerador vacío es una atracción muy peligrosa para los niños. Quite los sellos magnéticos, puertas o cerraduras de todo electrodoméstico que no esté en uso, es tambien aconsejable remover o quitar puertas al momento de desechar su refrigerador. OPERACION Enchufe el cable a la toma de corriente, que debe ser 115-120v A/C, 10 AMP ó más. Para evitar vibraciones, este equipo debe estar bien nivelado. Para encender el refrigerador, gire el control de temperat
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this form and return it within 100 days of purchase and receive these important benefits to the following address: Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc. P.O.Box 520604 – Miami, Florida 33152 Protect your product: We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Avanti product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such
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